Wizkid Declares Political Party; Set To Run For Elective Office

Nigerian music icon Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, widely known as Wizkid, recently sparked significant discussion on social media following a bold announcement regarding his political aspirations.

In a video that emerged on January 8, 2025, the renowned artist, famous for his hit song “Essence,” declared his intention to run for the office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

This announcement coincided with a major achievement for Wizkid, as he became the first African artist to reach 10 billion streams on Spotify, a milestone celebrated throughout the continent.

What particularly surprised many was not only his declaration of candidacy but also the introduction of a new political party.

Wizkid stated that his movement would not align with any existing Nigerian political parties, such as the APC, PDP, or Labour Party. Instead, he unveiled his own political platform, named the Wizkid Political Party (WPP).

In the video, shot during a casual gathering with friends and family, he elaborated on his vision for his political movement.

“Wizkid political party. WPP. I am running for presidency in the year 20…”

He ended the sentence playfully without revealing the specific election year, leaving the clip open to interpretation.

Wizkid gets inducted into Lagos Motor Boat Club

Legit.ng recalls that the singer was recently inducted as an honorary member of the prestigious Lagos Motor Boat Club in Lagos, following his performance at the club’s New Year’s Eve gala.

The singer was presented with a certificate and club hat by the club’s Commodore during a ceremony that was captured in images from the event.

The honour aligns Wizkid with prominent members, including Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi and Ogiame Atuwatse, the Olu of Warri, merging his international celebrity with local prestige.

The Lagos Motor Boat Club, founded in 1950 as an exclusive haven for boat lovers, has grown into a meeting place for wealthy Nigerians, royals, and business leaders.

The club is known for its boat races and private social events attended by people of influence. Club officials described the event as a celebration of cultural and social synergy, positioning the singer as a bridge between global entertainment and Nigeria’s elite social networks.